Characteristics of potato clones evaluated in Venezuela
Abstract
The potato, Solanum tuberosum L., is a strategic crop in food production worldwide, due to its ability to produce carbohydrates, proteins, water-soluble vitamins (Vitamin C and B complex) and FAOSTAT mineral salts. (2008). In addition to its great versatility in terms of forms of consumption and its wide adaptability to agroecological conditions, aspects that support the incorporation of this plant into comprehensive genetic improvement programs, for the search for varieties with new characteristics of adaptability, tolerance to the main pests , adequate yield and high quality for fresh consumption or for processing. To achieve these objectives, the genetic improvement program of the International Potato Center (CIP) uses various sources, from wild potato species (García Salas 2000., and Quintero 2005).
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